<DIV><FONT face="Times New Roman">Ages 9 & up</FONT></DIV>
For Kids series
JUVENILE NONFICTION
144 Pages, 11 x 8.5
Formats: PDF, Trade Paper, EPUB, Mobipocket
Trade Paper, $18.99 (US $18.99) (CA $24.99)
Publication Date: October 2009
ISBN 9781556527579
Rights: WOR
Chicago Review Press (Oct 2009)
eBook Editions Available
Will it work on my eReader?Capturing the essence of this exceptional individual through his original writings and hands-on activities from his era, this resource tells the rich story of one of America’s most celebrated Founding Fathers. Beginning with his time as a young printer, this engaging narrative details how Benjamin Franklin became a celebrity with the publication of Poor Richard: An Almanack and how he founded the colonies’ first lending library, volunteer fire company, and postal service. Additionally, his life in science is also highlighted, from his 1751 book Experiments and Observations on Electricity to his proof a year later that lightning was an electrical discharge. Activities range from designing and printing an almanac cover and playing a simple glass armonica (a Franklin invention) to experimenting with static electricity and building a barometer. The text also features a time line, glossary, Web and travel resources, and reading list for further study.
"This smart and delightful book captures the magic of Benjamin Franklin and shows why his life is so inspiring. Above all, it celebrates his creativity, which was the source of his genius." —Walter Isaacson, author, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life
"[A] creative and well written book." —Through the Looking Glass